Affordable Weekend Getaway from Bengaluru: Exploring Mysuru and Coorg on a Budget

Day 1: Mysuru Arrival

Bengaluru to Mysuru, India on April 17, 2025

9:00PM

Travel to Mysuru by Bus

Leave Bengaluru late evening on a comfortable Volvo bus to Mysuru; this cost-effective travel saves accommodation for the night while maximizing daytime sightseeing in Mysuru.
INR 500, 6 hours

Day 2: Mysuru Exploration

Mysuru, India on April 18, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at RRR Restaurant

Enjoy an authentic South Indian breakfast with dosas and filter coffee at the famous RRR, open from 7am, providing a delicious start to the day.
INR 150, 1 hour

8:00AM

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the grand Mysore Palace, open from 10:00AM to 5:30PM, to admire its stunning Indo-Saracenic architecture and history, a must-see landmark in the city.
INR 70, 2 hours

10:30AM

Stroll around Brindavan Gardens

Take a bus or taxi to Brindavan Gardens, open until 7:30 PM; enjoy beautiful landscaping, musical fountains and nature, a perfect place for photographs.
INR 50, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Mylari Hotel

Relish the famous Mysore Benne Dosa at Mylari Hotel, well-known for its flavor and affordable prices, open from 11:30 AM onwards.
INR 120, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Chamundi Hill

Take a taxi or bus to Chamundi Hill to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple and enjoy panoramic views of Mysuru city.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Evening Bus to Coorg

Board an evening bus or shared taxi to Coorg, approximately 3-4 hours away, optimizing travel within the budget.
INR 400, 4 hours

Day 3: Coorg Sightseeing & Return

Coorg, India on April 19, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Coorg Coffee Shop

Start the day with fresh local coffee and simple breakfast items at a local Coorg coffee shop, soaking in the local vibe.
INR 100, 1 hour

8:00AM

Visit Abbey Falls

Abbey Falls is a beautiful waterfall surrounded by coffee plantations, open from 9 AM to 5 PM; perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
INR 30, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

Explore Raja's Seat

Visit Raja's Seat, a scenic viewpoint offering spectacular sunrise and sunset views, the garden opens from 9 AM to 7 PM.
INR 20, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Coorg Cuisine Restaurant

Try authentic Coorgi dishes such as Pandi Curry in a budget-friendly local eatery.
INR 150, 1 hour

2:00PM

Return Journey to Bengaluru

Begin the return trip to Bengaluru by bus or shared taxi, reaching by late evening.
INR 550, 6 hours

8:00PM

Dinner on the Way / Arrival

Have a light dinner at a highway restaurant or once you arrive in Bengaluru, budget-friendly meals available around the city.
INR 150, 1 hour